Jardin des Plantes

Jardin des Plantes
Jardin des Plantes
57 Rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris
Free and open admission.
Open every day:
April to September: 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October: 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
November to February: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The Jardin des Plantes is Paris’s main botanical garden, established in the 17th century. Spanning several hectares, it features diverse areas including tropical greenhouses, plant collections, a rose garden, and a menagerie housing rare animals. This site serves as a place for relaxation, scientific study, and discovery. It also hosts the National Museum of Natural History, which offers exhibitions on biodiversity and natural sciences. The Jardin des Plantes is an ideal spot for a peaceful walk amidst nature in the heart of the city.


National Museum of Natural History
57 Rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris
Website – Tel: 01 40 79 56 01.
Great Gallery of Evolution
Full price: €10
Virtual Reality Room: €5 extra.
Free for European Union residents under 26 (except for temporary exhibitions).
Open every day except Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Gallery of Paleontology and Comparative Anatomy
Full price: €9. Free for European Union residents under 26.
Open every day except Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Children’s Gallery
Full/reduced price: €12 (includes access to the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution) / €9
Open every day except Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Zoo
Full/reduced price: €13 / €11
Free for European Union residents under 26.
Open every day:
Summer: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Winter: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Book your tickets directly for the Museum of Natural History


Located in several buildings around the Jardin des Plantes, the National Museum of Natural History is a major institution dedicated to the study and promotion of natural sciences. Its collection includes thousands of specimens: fossils, minerals, taxidermy animals, plants, and more. The museum offers permanent and temporary exhibitions that raise awareness about biodiversity, evolution, and environmental issues. It is a fascinating place combining scientific knowledge with accessibility for all visitors.